Young people in Uganda face growing challenges but have limited influence over decisions that affect their lives. Youth Connect creates space for their voices, leadership, and solutions to shape stronger, more resilient communities. Program Overview Youth Connect is a programme implemented by the British Council in Uganda to address the challenges shaping young people’s everyday lives. These include …
Uganda’s demographic trends are shaping every aspect of its development From economic growth and education to healthcare, governance, security, and climate change adaptation. With a growing youth population, the government sees this as a historic opportunity to drive the country toward middle-income status. Vision 2040 and the National Development Plans are key to this ambitious …
Global Girls Creating Change (G2C2) empowered girls in Brazil, Indonesia, Nepal, and Uganda to lead climate action and green entrepreneurship through skills training, advocacy, and innovation grants. Led by Hivos with Restless Development and Humanis, G2C2 supported girls to research, influence, and implement climate solutions in their communities.
GreenShift Nepal is a four-year EU-funded project promoting a circular plastic economy in Madhesh, Lumbini, and Bagmati. Led by CREASION with Restless Development and YI-Lab, it empowers youth, waste workers, and communities through recycling, sustainable innovation, advocacy, and climate-smart schools for a Net-Zero Carbon Nepal.
A youth-led movement on addressing the issues of climate change in Urban Bengaluru. Climate change is one of the most pressing issues affecting young people.